George Washington's personal library took a winding path before landing in Boston
In 1848, the Boston Athenaeum acquired more than 300 volumes from the famed Virginian's collection of books. They nearly ended up in the British Museum instead.
Concerts to Watch
GBH Music Holiday Spectacular 2024
Celebrate the season with the GBH Music Holiday Spectacular, a family-friendly concert and an opportunity for music lovers to be part of a live television production at GBH’s headquarters in Brighton.
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Culture in the News
‘Love Your Wicked Awesome Neighbor’ brings valentines to people all across Boston
Everyday Boston will distribute over 11,000 valentines across the city this year.
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'Going to Mars' explores the past and Afrofuturism of poet Nikki Giovanni's work
The film is being screened at the Cinefest Latino Boston festival. -
New Salem Witch Trials exhibit focuses on victims' stories
The Peabody Essex Museum's "Salem Witch Trials: Restoring Justice" showcases real objects and letters tied to the people involved. -
Shelf Life: Provincetown's East End Books brings cultural hub to the Seaport
East End Books, a mainstay in Provincetown, is gearing up to open its newest Seaport location. Jeff Peters, who runs the store's two locations in Provincetown, has plans to make the store a destination in Boston — with special author events, drag story hours, collaborations with local restaurants and fundraisers for nonprofits.
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Ruthie Ann Miles Performs "The Star-Spangled Banner"
Ruthie Ann Miles performs "The Star Spangled Banner" on the 2024 National Memorial Day Concert. -
Jena Malone Tells the Story of Wounded Warrior U.S. Marine Corps Veteran Kirstie Ennis
Jena Malone tells the story of Kirstie Ennis on the 2024 National Memorial Day Concert. -
Preparing Lutiebelle to Become Cousin Bee
Purlie (Leslie Odom, Jr.) prepares Lutiebelle by quizzing her about her "past."| 2:45 -
